How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Riverside start from $22. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Riverside is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 84 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Riverside route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Riverside at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Riverside?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Riverside?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles to Riverside?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Riverside?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Riverside from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	2h 40m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	Fastest
	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	2h 40m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50am	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	2h 40m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50am	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	2h 40m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Riverside on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	1:30pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50am	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55pm	UC Riverside	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Riverside

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 hour 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1h 17mAverage Duration

81 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $80	Average Duration2h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $39	Average Duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Riverside?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Stops in Riverside

A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,796 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,461 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Riverside start from $22. The average price for this route is around $37. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Riverside?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Riverside is 2h 15m, covering a distance of 84 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Riverside at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Riverside?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Riverside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-27

$24

12-28

$29

Today

$22

12-30

$25

12-31

$24

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $70 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-31.